Borromeo Housing, Inc. (BHI) is an Arlington, Virginia-based nonprofit that administers a two-year education, housing, and life skills development program for homeless young mothers, ages 16 to 22, and their babies. BHI believes that all young mothers facing homelessness can achieve an education and attain professional employment while being responsible parents to their children. BHI offers a quality living environment, nurturing support and a disciplined framework to young mothers who are motivated and capable of using our services to achieve their goals.

Borromeo Housing, Inc. PO Box 7556 Arlington, VA 22207

RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM GOALS

Provide a safe, stable, and supervised living environment
Reduce repeat unplanned pregnancies
Address client mental health and wellness concerns
Ensure that the children in our care are not threatened by carelessness, abuse or neglect
Facilitate client enrollment in an educational or vocational training program at least 35 hours/week
Promote career development and increase earning potential
Build leadership skills
Teach positive life choices that enhance children’s health
Enable self-sufficiency

PROGRAM RESULTS TO DATE

More than 90 percent of program graduates are living independently and have created stable, nurturing homes for their children
Program graduates report zero repeat unplanned pregnancies
85 percent of our graduates enroll in technical certification or post-secondary education programs
100 percent of the young mothers’ children receive appropriate immunizations, child development evaluations, and are enrolled in early learning programs
Program graduates report reunification with their families
Program graduates are not dependent on TANF, WIC, and food stamps